Based on the first of J.K. Rowling's mind-bogglingly popular novels, Chris Columbus's lavishly appointed film aims for fidelity to the source in all things. And if it's a little airless, in the manner of certain Masterpiece Theater adaptations of literary… (more)

Actor Alan Rickman, who starred in several stage productions and films including the Harry Potter movies and Love Actually, died Thursday in London after battling cancer, The Guardian reports. He was 69. Born in London, Rickman studied graphic design… Read more

Review: Based on the first of J.K. Rowling's mind-bogglingly popular novels, Chris Columbus's lavishly appointed film aims for fidelity to the source in all things. And if it's a little airless, in the manner of certain Masterpiece Theater adaptations of literary… (more)